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Official Inside Alcatraz Cruise with Night Cruise Option

San Francisco, USA
Popular pick
Booked 20+ times last week!
  • 2 to 4 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.3
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· Brian_B ·
Feb 2026
Great place to stay, spacious room, comfortable bed and clean. Would return in the future. Courteous and friendly staff.
· Kerry_l ·
Apr 2026
Great trip to the island Great information through the audio tour and displays around the island A part of the island was closed due to ongoing repairs and when we left the island was closing for a week for essential repairs so glad we got to go While we were there the last inmate was signing books so an added bonus

Overview

    What's Included

    • Admission Fee - Alcatraz Ticket $47.95, Ferry Cruise, Award winning audio in 11 languages.
    • Meals
      Free appetizer at iconic Mona Lisa Restaurant and Steps of Rome Trattoria in San Francisco's North Beach "Little Italy" with a purchase of a meal.
    • Gratuities

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Pier 33
      San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Alcatraz Island

    4 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)

    San Francisco Bay (Pass By)

    Salesforce Tower (Pass By)

    San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge (Pass By)

    Coit Tower (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Reviews

    4.3
    based on 153 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Alcatraz tour

    Mark_Y, May 2026
    Do the walking tour with the national park staff, really well informed, also the audio tour is a great experience

    I already did said my experience My review its not diferent was the best tour .

    Martha_S, Apr 2026
    Was so nice experiencia a the enjojed so much by my self i walk and read every picture they have it in . I love it.

    Great trip

    Kerry_l, Apr 2026
    Great trip to the island Great information through the audio tour and displays around the island A part of the island was closed due to ongoing repairs and when we left the island was closing for a week for essential repairs so glad we got to go While we were there the last inmate was signing books so an added bonus

    Highly recommend

    Michael_M, Apr 2026
    Highly recommend the night tour for the sunset and lights on the bay. Wonderful experience and well organized.

    Alcatraz Visit

    Martin_M, Apr 2026
    Very informative and interesting place to visit, try to research the prison history before visiting to have a better experience

    Go go go

    Rachel_T, Apr 2026
    I just went and did things at my own pace . The only thing that was annoying was the flies everywhere It’s so worth going

    Alcatraz

    Cynthia_S, Apr 2026
    Everything was very easy. No issues at all. The people were very helpful. Had a bit of an issue with the barcode sent to me, but it was resolved.

    Alcatraz is worth every penny

    Darlene_Y, Apr 2026
    A lot of climbing up hills, but the trek is well worth it. To experience what the inmates probably felt in such tight quarters and then there is the 'hole'. Another scary experience altogether.

    Very easy and learned a...

    Patricia_N, Apr 2026
    Very easy and learned a lot. From The process of Getting our tickets to the ride over, the touring of the facilities and the trip back it was very seamless.

    Night trip to Alcatraz

    Robert_T, Apr 2026
    The trip a night was ok but a lot of the island was closed for renovations or close to public . Great night shots of city and bay bridge

    Awesome Tour

    Lauren_F, Apr 2026
    The tour was so interesting , educational and the reviews from island were amazing. This is a must to for everyone visiting San Francisco.

    Do not book! You will overpay for Alcatraz as there is no night cruise

    Tim_S, Mar 2026
    Hi I'm very unsatisfied with this tour. I booked this with the impression it had a night cruise included, which it did not. I would have not booked this tour otherwise. You charged me double of what it would normally cost to visit Alcatraz! Please expect a poor review online

    Go at night if you want a...

    Peter_N, Mar 2026
    Go at night if you want a more creepier experience and also get the audio guide it helps understanding about everything that went on

    Alcatraz

    Torri_C, Mar 2026
    Experience was great! Lots of people, good audio to listen and learn with. Many souvenir options. Fun!

    Good for a one-time visit

    SASCHA_H, Mar 2026
    The night option is only available Tuesday through Sunday. Great views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge. Most of the buildings were closed. The audio tour of the main prisoner building was interesting in its topics of racism, famous inmates, and escape attempts. Otherwise, a decent place to eat about 2-3 hours of one’s day.

    Great time

    Michael_R, Mar 2026
    Great time be prepared to walk uphill alot. The audio tour in the cell block was great!! Seeing San fran from the island, get some great pictures.

    A San Francisco must for all

    Keith_O, Mar 2026
    Great trip, very hilly and uneven. Buggy available Overall great experience . Great audio set gave lots of information

    Interesting trip

    Mary_D, Mar 2026
    Try to get the first boat across to the island as later in the day it is swamped by visitors. We had plenty of space to read the information and go into the cells

    Alot of waiting in the...

    Laura_P, Mar 2026
    Alot of waiting in the sun as tours were running late but we enjoyed tge educational audio tour very much.

    Good trip, long wait to depart.

    Cornelius_C, Mar 2026
    The visit to Alcatraz was good, however, our departure time was for 2:15pm and we didn't actually leave Pier 33 until 2:50 pm. Once your on the island be prepared to walk a steep hill that is like walking 13 stories straight up, so wear comfy shoe and enjoy.

    Very informative,...

    Jerome_B, Mar 2026
    Very informative, visually it was a sight to see and listening to the audio portion was great to hear the accounts from guards and prisoners.

    Awesome Tour!

    Allen_G, Mar 2026
    Best Tour. Views were incredible and audio was so fascinating. This is a must do for anyone visiting San Francisco.

    Amazing!

    VINICIUS_P, Feb 2026
    It was an amazing trip inside Alcatraz! I really recommend. The boat was a little crowded. However the history behind the famous prison was spectacular

    Alcatraz tour

    Dennis_N, Feb 2026
    Excellent trip,well worth a look. Would recommend taking a coat can be wet and windy this time of year (feb)

    The Best time oh my life

    Mayte_Y, Feb 2026
    Wonderful experience, everything went smoothly lots of fun and information that I didn’t know. Something everyone should experience for themselves

    Do it! Super cool

    Tamara_L, Feb 2026
    Fun trip to Alcatraz. Thought it would be more behind the scenes but was a cattle car of about 200 people on the ferry and in the exhibit. Great to go at night. Makes it a bit more creepy. Big walk up a hill. If you have mobility issues they have a tram for you. Dress in layers. Time in the cell block is an audio headset. Easy to go at your own pace.

    Loved it!

    Kent_S, Feb 2026
    It was a great experience, something I've wanted to do fr a long time. The ferry ride gives you a great view of Alcatraz, the city and San Francisco Bay. We took advantage of the discussion of some of the more notable prisoners and escape attempts, and the audio tour of the prison itself is really well done. It was definitely a highlight of our weekend in San Francisco!

    Alcatraz at its Finest

    David_S, Feb 2026
    It was great and thank you for accommodating me end my friend Kate! The boat ride was amazing and my favorite part was the Garden and Audio cell tour!

    San Francisco Alcatraz excursion

    Farrah_S, Jan 2026
    It was a really fun experience and we got a beautiful sunny day on the boat over to Alcatraz! The tickets were super easy and convenient to buy with lots of days and times to choose from. Highly recommend!!

    Alcatraz Tour: Do not miss

    kate_m, Jan 2026
    Very interesting tour. This is a must see for anyone visiting San Francisco. The views from the Island are incredible too.

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    -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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